Sudanese prime minister says deal with military allows return to democracy - AA

Sudanese Prime Minister Abdalla Hamdok said Wednesday that his political deal with the head of the ruling military council allows the restoration of the country’s democratic transition.

The agreement announced Sunday between Hamdok and Gen. Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, stipulates 14 points, including the return of Hamdok as prime minister, formation of a qualified professionals' (technocratic) government, release of political prisoners and a pledge to jointly continue the nation’s democratic path.

In an interview with private Sudania 24 TV, Hamdok said he "wasn't hesitant to sign the political agreement because it allows the restoration of the civilian and democratic transition."